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So You Want to Sing A Cappella

A Guide for Performers

By: Deke Sharon

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So You Want to Sing A Cappella

A Guide for Performers

By: Deke Sharon

From amateur collegiate a cappella groups to professional ensembles like Straight No Chaser and Pentatonix, contemporary a cappella has exploded onto the world pop music scene. In So You Want to Sing A Cappella, Deke Sharon combines historical context and a comprehensive look at the a cappella community with a detailed discussion of vocal techniques, rehearsal practices, and live audio support needed to sing great a cappella. Additional contributed chapters discuss singing and voice science, vocal health, vocal percussion, and audio technology. The So You Want to Sing series is produced in partnership with the National Association of Teachers of Singing, and each book features online supplemental material on the NATS website. Please visit www.nats.org to access style-specific exercises, audio and video files, and additional resources.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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ISBN 10

1538105888

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A Cappella Arranging 2.0

The Next Level

By: Deke Sharon,Dylan Bell

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A Cappella Arranging 2.0

The Next Level

By: Deke Sharon,Dylan Bell

In this highly anticipated sequel to A Cappella Arranging, Deke Sharon and Dylan Bell provide even more tools and insights to help musicians master the craft of a cappella arranging—including new creative principles and theoretical techniques to expand the palate, as well as arranging in various musical genres spanning several decades of music. Since the publication of the original book in 2012, a cappella as a genre has grown enormously. Using conversational yet instructive tone, A Cappella Arranging 2.0: The Next Level picks up where the previous book left off, helping people deepen their a cappella arranging skills. In four parts, the book addresses a variety of topics including: The creative process An advanced understanding of vocal ranges Counterpoint and polyphony Harmonic concepts and techniques Arranging for the studio Live looping arrangements Instrumental idioms Arranging in different styles, including world styles Medleys and mashups This is the perfect resource for taking your a cappella arrangements to the next level.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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1538172674

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9781538172674

The Heart of Vocal Harmony

Emotional Expression in Group Singing

By: Deke Sharon

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The Heart of Vocal Harmony

Emotional Expression in Group Singing

By: Deke Sharon

(Music Pro Guide Books & DVDs). Most choirs spend their rehearsal time focusing on notes, rhythms, and precision. They rarely, if ever, discuss a song's meaning and feeling, even though those elements are precisely what draws people to the music in the first place. Thousands of books have been written about choral technique, teaching people how to sing technically well. What sets The Heart of Vocal Harmony apart is its focus on honest unified expression and the process of delivering an emotionally compelling performance. It delves into an underdeveloped vocal topic the heart of the music and the process involved with expressing it. The Heart of Vocal Harmony is not just for a cappella groups it is also for vocal harmony groups, ensembles, and choirs at all levels, with or without instruments. In addition to the process, the book features discussions with some of the biggest luminaries in vocal harmony: composers, arrangers, directors, singers, and groups including Eric Whitacre, Pentatonix, the Manhattan Transfer, and more!

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Hal Leonard Corporation

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1495082814

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9781495082818

So You Want to Sing a Cappella

A Guide for Performers

By: Deke Sharon

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So You Want to Sing a Cappella

A Guide for Performers

By: Deke Sharon

A Project of the National Association of Teachers of Singing.

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Rowman & Littlefield Publishers

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153810587X

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9781538105870

A Cappella Arranging

By: Deke Sharon,Dylan Bell

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A Cappella Arranging

By: Deke Sharon,Dylan Bell

The world loves to sing. From barbershop groups to madrigal choirs to vocal rock bands, there are tens of thousands of vocal groups in America. The success of mainstream television programs such as Glee and The Sing-Off not only demonstrates the rising popularity of vocal music; it reflects how current trends inspire others to join in. In addition, through various online and on-the-ground vocal music societies, the “a cappella market” is well defined and well connected. Like singing itself, a cappella is a global phenomenon. At the heart of every vocal group is the music it performs. This often means writing its own arrangements of popular or traditional songs. This book is the long-awaited definitive work on the subject, wide ranging both in its scope and in its target audience – which spans beginners, music students, and community groups to professional and semi-professional performers, vocal/instrumental songwriters, composers, and producers – providing genre-specific insight on a cappella writing. The tone of the book is instructive and informative, yet conversational: it is intended to stand alongside any academic publication while remaining interesting and fun. A Cappella Arranging is a good textbook – and a “good read” – for every vocal arranger, whether amateur or professional; every vocal music classroom, and any professional recording studio.

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Rowman & Littlefield

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153818530X

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9781538185308

Brush Fire

Covid-19 and Our Nursing Homes

By: Deke Cateau

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Brush Fire

Covid-19 and Our Nursing Homes

By: Deke Cateau

Brush Fire chronicles, the challenges that nursing home residents and staff experienced at A. G. Rhodes--one of Atlanta's oldest and most respected nonprofit organizations--in their difficult and lengthy battle against COVID-19. In his authorial debut, A. G. Rhodes' CEO, Deke Cateau, gives a sobering behind-the-scenes look into what his organization, and undoubtedly thousands of other senior care organizations, faced during the global pandemic. Perhaps most importantly, Brush Fire gives hope and direction on how a historically misunderstood industry can emerge out of the ashes stronger than ever.

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Fulton Books, Inc.

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1638606706

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9781638606703

The Strat in the Attic

Thrilling Stories of Guitar Archaeology

By: Deke Dickerson

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The Strat in the Attic

Thrilling Stories of Guitar Archaeology

By: Deke Dickerson

Guitar sleuth and music-history detective Deke Dickerson tells the true tales of 50 thrilling rare guitar finds that will make guitarists green with envy. A golden Fender Stratocaster hidden away in an attic for 30 years. A sunburst Gibson Les Paul worth $100,000. Jimi Hendrixâ€™s Strat burned by the guitarist during a concertâ€”and then mysteriously lost for decades. The mint Fender Broadcaster forgotten under a bed in a neighborâ€™s house. The 1960s Rickenbacker bought for $50 at a garage sale! These days, classic vintage guitars can bring Ferrari and Porsche prices. Baby boomers who wish theyâ€™d been rock â€™nâ€™ roll stars have shot the market into the stratosphere for classic models. As with automobiles, finding that classic guitar stashed away beneath a bed, in a closet, hidden away in an attic, or in the dusty corner of a guitar shop is the Holy Grail.

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Voyageur Press (MN)

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0760343853

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9780760343852

Adobe Photoshop CS2 One-on-one

By: Deke McClelland

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Adobe Photoshop CS2 One-on-one

By: Deke McClelland

Presents step-by-step lessons on the digital image editing software with two hours of video instruction on the companion DVD-ROM.

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"O'Reilly Media, Inc."

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ISBN 10

0596100965

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9780596100964

Las Vegas

By: Deke Castleman

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Las Vegas

By: Deke Castleman

This updated Compass American Guide celebrates the glitziest city on earth, from its notorious history to its blackjack and craps tables. Deke Castleman tells travelers how to get the most out of their Las Vegas vacation: where to eat, sleep, and be entertained on any budget. "An informational jackpot".--Houston Chronicle

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Compass America Guides

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1878867822

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9781878867827

Compass American Guides: Las Vegas

By: Deke Castleman

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Compass American Guides: Las Vegas

By: Deke Castleman

Effective Personal Communication Skills for Public Relations analyses how to transform your communications by managing the way you think, act, create messages and network. Covering the 'soft skills' of communications practice, it identifies the key elements used by outstanding communicators. This essential guide offers practical advice and guidance on understanding new trends and challenges facing communicators, particularly in the use of word-of-mouth, networking and branding."--BOOK JACKET.

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Compass America Guides

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0679000151

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9780679000150

Nevada

By: Deke Castleman

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Nevada

By: Deke Castleman

Introduces the history of Nevada, describes places to visit while traveling through different regions within the state, and provides brief descriptions of dining and lodging establishments.

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Compass America Guides

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0679005358

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9780679005353

A Cappella Warm-Ups

For Pop and Jazz Choirs

By: Deke Sharon,J. D. Frizzell

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A Cappella Warm-Ups

For Pop and Jazz Choirs

By: Deke Sharon,J. D. Frizzell

(Choral). What choral conductor or soloist has not looked around for new ideas for warming up the voice? Here are over 39 creative exercises which do more than just warm up the voice: they help to relax the body, train the ear and develop an awareness of dynamics and rhythm. Two top authors, Deke Sharon and J.D. Frizzell, have provided a wide array of warm ups specifically designed for pop and jazz choirs but these warm ups will work well for contemporary a cappella groups of all sizes and styles. Every vocal ensemble has its strengths and weaknesses which vary from year to year. The warmups within can to help polish your weak spots and hone your strengths. Regardless of your group s strengths, this book is can help you address the full range of skills required for great musicmaking. Topics include: Rhythm, Syllables, Tone, Intervals, Dynamics, Intonation, Blend, Balance, Pitch, Improvisation, Solo Techniques, and Vocal Percussion.

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Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation

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1495077411

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9781495077418

A Cappella

By: Deke Sharon,Ben Spalding,Brody McDonald

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A Cappella

By: Deke Sharon,Ben Spalding,Brody McDonald

More than any other person, Deke Sharon is responsible for the current success of pop a cappella. Founder of the House Jacks (the original “rock band without instruments”), Deke continues to influence through his work with The Sing-Off, Pitch Perfect, Pitch Perfect 2, and Vocalosity. Combine Deke’s expertise with that of directors Ben Spalding and Brody McDonald, add a foreword by Ben Folds, throw in advice from contributors like Peter Hollens, and you have the most comprehensive volume ever created on the subject of contemporary a cappella singing. Sections include: * Setting the Stage * Getting the Band Together * Arranging * Preparing * Technology * Making a Name * and more!

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Alfred Music

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0739090410

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9780739090411

Macworld FreeHand 7 Bible

By: Deke McClelland

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Macworld FreeHand 7 Bible

By: Deke McClelland

With lots of example art and steps, the "Macworld FreeHand 7 Bible" is all you need to master graphics using FreeHand 7. Deke McClelland, an award-winning author, guides readers through 100% of what they need to know to use FreeHand 7.

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830

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Wiley

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ISBN 10

0764540157

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9780764540158

Photoshop 7 Bible

By: Deke McClelland

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Photoshop 7 Bible

By: Deke McClelland

Shows readers how to retouch, color correct, manipulate, and combine images using Photoshop "X." Readers will learn to create cutting-edge special effects for the Web or print. Deke McClelland's easy and approachable writing style demystifies even the most complex Photoshop tasks. The Photoshop "X" Bible fulfills the promise to the reader of being "100 percent comprehensive, authoritative, and what you need." This classic Bible covers it all, from "Apply Image" command to "ZigZag filter.

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1110

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Wiley

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076453694X

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9780764536946

Photoshop 3 for Macs for Dummies

By: Deke McClelland

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Photoshop 3 for Macs for Dummies

By: Deke McClelland

Unlike other Photoshop titles, which run the gamut from immense all-in-one solutions to mesmerizing advanced color workbooks, this highly readable and humorous guide addresses the thousands of occasional users who are interested in becoming more productive without devoting their lives to the "Tao of Photoshop". Includes the 100 Photoshop tips and techniques that every user should know.

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For Dummies

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1568842082

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9781568842080

Photoshop 5 For Windows For Dummies

By: Deke McClelland

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Photoshop 5 For Windows For Dummies

By: Deke McClelland

Transform ordinary images into breathtaking works of digital art with the advanced power and endless possibilities of Photoshop 5, Adobe's state-of-the-art digital imaging software. Take the grand tour of Version 5 with veteran tour guide Deke McClelland, and then move into new and exciting realms of digital wizardry as you master an array of text effects, image enhancements, and other wondrous things that make Photoshop 5 so hugely popular among the digiterati. Photoshop guru McClelland takes you gently -- and intelligently -- through the world of pixels, paintbrushes, and special effects with friendly, easygoing, down-to-earth tips and tricks to help you master the fine art of digital imagery. Clean up bad scans and poor-quality pictures, learn special painting tricks, create collages, add gradient fills and strange warps, explore new filters, and make your artistic masterpieces publishing-perfect or Web-ready with Photoshop 5. Plus, 16 pages of full-color examples -- and dozens of black-and-white images -- add to the visual content of this great guide for professional image-makers and amateur artists alike.

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For Dummies

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0764503928

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9780764503924

Deke McClelland's Look and Learn Photoshop 6

By: Deke McClelland

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Deke McClelland's Look and Learn Photoshop 6

By: Deke McClelland

From digital graphics guru Deke McClelland comes a whole new way to learn Photoshop, the high-end image-manipulation software from Adobe. In this one-of-a-kind reference, Deke uses hundreds of annotated images and sharply focused text to get you up and running fast with Photoshop 6. Open the book, take a look and learn how to: Paint and retouch Draw vector shapes Create and modify layers Define channels and masks Create and apply layer styles Adjust and correct colors Apply filters and effects Play and record actions Prepare CMYK images Save for the Web

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Wiley

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0764535080

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9780764535086

Macworld FreeHand 5 Bible

By: Deke McClelland

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Macworld FreeHand 5 Bible

By: Deke McClelland

Packed with information for the beginning to advanced FreeHand user. Thorough introductions to the basics of working with drawing software and using FreeHand make this an ideal reference for the beginning FreeHand user. Extensive information and tips about FreeHand's higher-level functions make this a must-have resource for more advanced users as well.

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790

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Wiley

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1568844921

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9781568844923

The Fashion Designer

By: Deke Rivers

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The Fashion Designer

By: Deke Rivers

The story of a young Irish girl, who immigrates to the USA, and her struggles to become an international Fashion Designer, with some help from A Movie Star and a West Coast Architect.

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Book Venture Publishing LLC

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1944849424

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9781944849429

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